Labels: DOCUMENTED = taken from HP's manual; PROPOSED = our own joining or ordering of HP's directions, not an HP instruction; UNPERFORMED = a suggested check that has not been carried out.
Applies to
HP ProBook 650 G1. Confirm the exact model on the service label before starting.
HP ProBook 650 G1 Notebook PC memory module replacement. HP prints this procedure on printed page 64 of its maintenance and service guide.
tools and parts
- Screwdrivers and a non-marking pry tool as HP lists for this procedure
- Static-safe work surface
693374-001- The computer has one memory module compartment. The capacity of the computer can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before beginning any procedure, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object. CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be sure that both memory modules are identical. NOTE: The primary memory is located in the bottom memory slot and the expansion memory is located in the top memory slot. 62 Description 8-GB (PC3L, 12800, 1600). Source: printed page 62.835496-001- 8-GB (PC3L, 12800, 1600) Samsung locked. Source: printed page 62.691740-001- Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Description 4-GB (PC3L, 12800, 1600). Source: printed page 63.691739-001- 2-GB (PC3L, 12800, 1600). Source: printed page 63.
preparation
Save your work and shut the computer down through the operating system, unplug AC power and every external device, and work on a clean, grounded, ESD-protected surface while sorting each screw by its original location. Handle every cable by its connector and put each one back in its own place during reassembly.
replacement
- 64 Spread the retaining tabs on each side of the memory card slot to release the memory module. (printed page 64).
- Take out the memory module by pulling the module away off the slot at an angle. (printed page 65).
- Put the memory module back by repeating the printed removal moves in the opposite order (printed page 65).
Parts this procedure uses
- HP Memory 693374-001 (693374-001)
- HP 8-GB PC3L Samsung-locked memory module 835496-001 (835496-001)
- HP Memory 691740-001 (691740-001)
- HP Memory 691739-001 (691739-001)
Manufacturer manual
HP Maintenance and Service Guide (PDF, HP). Machine-readable copy: /api/guides/hp-probook-650-g1-expansion-memory-module-replacement